Pupils
1070
The Best Schools In Shortstown Rated & Reviewed
School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Shortstown. These top schools near Shortstown are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.
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✔ Compare all schools in Shortstown and see the best and worst performing schools
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1
Our number one ranked school in Shortstown based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Bedford School.
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Boys only
Type
Other independent school
2
Bedford Modern School is ranked second in Shortstown based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.
Pupils
1252
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3
At number 3 in the best schools in Shortstown based on our authoritative ranking is Bedford Girls' School.
Pupils
906
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
4
The school ranked at number four in our Shortstown league table is The Priory School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.
Pupils
1242
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Foundation school
5
Our number five ranked school in Shortstown based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Samuel Whitbread Academy.
Pupils
1660
Ages
13 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
Top 5 best performing schools in Shortstown and their catchment areas in Shortstown ranked by School Guide in 2026
- Bedford School
- Bedford Modern School
- Bedford Girls' School
- The Priory School
- Samuel Whitbread Academy
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